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What Is Cost Segregation in Real Estate Investing?

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Cost segregation is a valuable strategy in real estate investing that can lead to significant tax savings. This process involves identifying and separating the costs associated with a property into different categories, each with its depreciation schedule.

In traditional real estate depreciation, a property typically depreciates over 27.5 years for residential properties and 39 years for commercial properties. However, cost segregation allows investors to accelerate depreciation by classifying certain components as personal property or land improvements, which can be depreciated over shorter periods (such as 5, 7, or 15 years). This accelerated depreciation results in larger tax deductions in the early years of ownership.


For example, while the building might be depreciated over 27.5 years, components like carpets, fixtures, and specialized equipment can be depreciated over a much shorter period. By identifying these components and applying the appropriate depreciation schedules, investors can reduce their taxable income and increase their cash flow.


Cost segregation studies are typically conducted by professionals who analyze the property and provide a detailed report outlining the different cost categories and their respective depreciation schedules. This report can support claims for tax deductions and maximize tax benefits.


In addition to accelerating depreciation, cost segregation also provides substantial benefits in cash flow management. By increasing depreciation expenses in the early years of ownership, investors can significantly reduce their taxable income, decreasing their overall tax liability. This reduction in tax payments frees up additional capital that can be reinvested into other opportunities or used to cover operational costs.


Utilizing cost segregation can lead to substantial tax savings and improve the financial performance of a real estate investment.

Are you looking to enhance your investment strategy and experience these benefits?

Contact us at  Makaan Investment Group. Our team can guide you through the cost segregation process and help you optimize your real estate investments. Discover how our expertise can maximize your returns and streamline your tax planning today.




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